1.    That, in light of the policy position of the Government for universal coverage of Strategic Authorities, and in recognition that the most far-reaching and flexible powers will be given to Mayoral Strategic Authorities, support for a Mayoral Strategic Authority comprising of Cornwall, Devon, Plymouth and Torbay, should agreement be reached by all authorities, be confirmed.

2.    That the Chief Executive be instructed to prepare an evidence base and develop an options appraisal for Local Government reorganisation, for consideration by the Council in due course.